Belgium: Major disruptions at Brussels Airlines May 16 /update 1

Event

Significant flight disruptions are expected throughout the Brussels Airlines network on Wednesday, May 16, due to a pilot strike. Approximately 75 percent of flights have been canceled and last-minute cancelations and delays cannot be ruled out, notably at Brussels-Zaventem International Airport (BRU). Residual disruptions are possible May 17. Affected passengers can reschedule their flights or request a full refund.

Flights operated by Brussels Airlines partners - e.g. Lufthansa, Swiss, and Austrian Airlines - are not affected.

Advice

Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport and to contact the airline for more information.